2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 192 kg more than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
